Thursday, May 27, 2021

LIRR access to Grand Central coming in 2022, Cuomo says

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Cuomo announces 2022 start for LIRR access to Grand Central
The connection of the 11 LIRR lines to Grand Central, in addition to Penn Station, was described by Cuomo as a transformational project that fits into a larger agenda of re-imagining the New York region following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Curran announces bodycam purchases for all 2,500 Nassau police officers
Island Tech Services of Ronkonkoma was selected to provide Nassau County police department with the cameras, the Nassau County executive announced.

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Suffolk OTB completes sale of Jake's 58 for $120M
Suffolk OTB on Thursday announced it had completed a $120 million purchase of Jake's 58 casino and hotel in Islandia, opening a new chapter in the formerly bankrupt agency's foray in electronic gaming, officials said.
Top LI pizza spot opens Italian-inspired outdoor 'piazza'
The new rear patio has its own wood-fired pizza oven and plush couches and lounge chairs invite visitors to linger — perhaps with a cocktail from the service bar.

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Watch: 'If I can see something in my head, I can make it in glass'
"I was always encouraged to do and make and be anything I wanted to be," says flameworker Ro Wellmaker, who discovered her future career on a childhood trip to Disney World.

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Outdoor entertainment is back: Here are the shows to see this summer on LI
The entertainment scene on Long Island this summer is going to be a breath of fresh air compared to last year.
Watch: Navy SEAL and author who was part of Bin Laden raid talks about his service
Ahead of Memorial Day, retired Navy SEAL Will Chesney talks about his military experiences and the book he wrote in tribute to the dog who worked with him on the Osama Bin Laden raid and other missions.

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AAA: Memorial Day weekend travel to increase 60% this year
As people continue to get vaccinated against COVID-19, AAA Northeast predicts 37 million travelers nationwide will take a trip of 50 miles or more this weekend — up from 23 million people last year.
Chairman quits, says board failed to make NUMC reforms
Robert Detor resigned as chairman of the public benefit corporation that runs Nassau University Medical Center, saying trustees failed to make needed changes at the hospital.
NYPD cop from Calverton killed in 2019 by friendly fire memorialized
A plaque was dedicated at the 102nd Precinct in Queens to honor Det. Brian Simonsen, who died when cops responding to a mobile phone store robbery opened fire on a suspect whose gun turned out to be a fake.
Syndergaard's season in question after major setback
Mets pitcher has inflammation, but no damage to the UCL in his surgically-repaired right elbow, manager Luis Rojas said.
Contentious postelection Smithtown school board meeting 
The Smithtown Central School District meeting Tuesday, the first since Long Islandwide district votes earlier this month, devolved into an angry public venting session with residents confronting trustees over critical race theory and pandemic safety measures.
New York City pensions to fund $250 million apartment venture
The city's two largest retirement systems will team up with Hudson Cos. to build affordable units in the metro area and suburbs. It also "will examine potential development sites near Long Island Rail Road stations."
Bridgehampton school district to submit same budget for revote
The budget was narrowly defeated May 18. It will be put before voters again next month.
Reader letters: Repairing roads at night a smart idea
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